Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Kuan Yin Console Table" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD
Evan Lobel
Rare and important "Kuan Yin Console Table" in patinated bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). In Chinese Buddhism, Kuan Yin is synonymous with the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, the pinnacle of mercy, compassion, kindness and love. The three stunning hand-painted vignettes on the top exemplify these qualities.
Reference:
The Art of Philip LaVerne, Sculpture III, Bronze and Pewter Tables, published in the 1970’s, on page 26 is a photograph of this model with the title “Mirror & Console”. At the back of the catalog is the description: “MIRROR & CONSOLE - Hand sculpted bronze and pewter enhanced with hand cast bronze fretwork.”
W: 54 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent original condition
SOLD
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